A recent report from Reviews.org ranks Rhode Island as the best state for fiber internet availability at 80.19% of households, while Alaska is last with only 9.18%. The report highlights that 46% of U.S. homes have fiber access versus 82% for cable internet. The lack of fiber in rural areas is attributed to deployment costs. The data reinforces that federal funding is directed at states with lower fiber access, as seen in Michigan's case. Possible policy shifts may alter the emphasis on fiber under the current administration's broadband initiative.
"It's not surprising that 6 out of the 10 states with the least fiber availability also receive the most federal funding per state resident to improve internet access through the BEAD program."
"Despite the push for fiber access, there are signs that the Trump administration may be de-emphasizing the technology, indicating a shift in broadband policy priorities."
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